BASIC SCRIPTURES Reflections and Prayers On 8 August 2024
BASIC SCRIPTURES: ZECHARIAH 3: 1-7; REVELATION 12: 10
Zechariah 3:1-7 (KJV)
- And he shewed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the LORD, and Satan standing at his right hand to resist him.
- And the LORD said unto Satan, The LORD rebuke thee, O Satan; even the LORD that hath chosen Jerusalem rebuke thee: is not this a brand plucked out of the fire?
- Now Joshua was clothed with filthy garments, and stood before the angel.
- And he answered and spake unto those that stood before him, saying, Take away the filthy garments from him. And unto him he said, Behold, I have caused thine iniquity to pass from thee, and I will clothe thee with change of raiment.
- And I said, Let them set a fair mitre upon his head. So they set a fair mitre upon his head, and clothed him with garments. And the angel of the LORD stood by.
- And the angel of the LORD protested unto Joshua, saying,
- Thus saith the LORD of hosts; If thou wilt walk in my ways, and if thou wilt keep my charge, then thou shalt also judge my house, and shalt also keep my courts, and I will give thee places to walk among these that stand by.
Revelation 12:10 (KJV)
- And I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now is come salvation, and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of his Christ: for the accuser of our brethren is cast down, which accused them before our God day and night.
FINISH READING: ODM Devotional By Bishop Chris 8th August 2024
Reflections and Prayers:
- Victory over Accusation: “Heavenly Father, just as You defended Joshua against Satan’s accusations, defend us from the accuser who tries to bring us down. We stand firm in the victory of Christ, knowing that our sins are forgiven, and we are clothed in Your righteousness. Amen.”
- Cleansing and Restoration: “Lord, cleanse us from all unrighteousness, removing the filthy garments of sin. Clothe us with Your holiness and renew our spirits. We embrace the new life You offer, stepping into the freedom and purpose You have designed for us. Amen.”
- Commitment to God’s Ways: “We commit to walking in Your ways, O Lord, keeping Your charge with diligence and faithfulness. Empower us by Your Spirit to live lives that reflect Your glory and truth. Amen.”
- Rejoicing in Salvation: “We rejoice in the salvation and strength that have come through Jesus Christ. The kingdom of our God is established, and we celebrate the defeat of the accuser. Let our lives be a testament to Your saving grace and power. Amen.”
- Living in Divine Authority: “As we stand in the authority given to us through Christ, we declare that no accusation can hold us captive. We are free, redeemed, and chosen by God. May we live boldly in this truth, walking in the victory of our Lord. Amen.”
These reflections and prayers focus on the themes of victory over accusation, cleansing from sin, commitment to God’s ways, rejoicing in salvation, and living in divine authority.
