Daily Devotional With Murphy Eyenike

In today's devotional, we see the priest of the Old testament struggle to follow the dictates and regulations. It was so fearsome that Moses, the giver of the law himself feared. Aaron the high priest was left scared with the death of his 2 sons; Nadab and Abihu. As such, we understand what the writer of the book of Hebrewswas referring to when he said; ‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭12:20‭-‬22‬ ‭NLT‬‬ [20] They sta...

In Leviticus chapter 8, we see the extensive and meticulous process Moses performed in other to ordain Aaron and his sons to do the work of the high priest. Again, this was only a foreshadowing of the priesthood of Christ. Aaron and every high priest who served after him were limited by their human nature as so could not become the high priest that mankind needed. Not so with Christ; ‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭5...

When the people brought their sacrifices in the Old testament, it was suppose to atone for their sins. So in today's devotional, we read about the instances where people need to offer an offering for sin. Literally, it looked like each day, each people had to go through their itinerary and be sure they had not committed any sin. And even when they were not sure, the law required that they still of...

In our last devotional, we began reading the book Leviticus. Along with today's reading, we covered the following offerings; the burnt offerings, the grain offerings, the peace offerings, and the sin offerings, that the Lord, the God of Israel, ordered the children of Israel to make. Each offering was for a specific reason and carried with them, spiritual significance for worship. I said last week...

From today's devotional, we begin studying the book of Hebrews. Though the writer of the book of Hebrews is not expressly stated, the message is precise and clear; Christ's sacrifice for us on the cross of calvary is the fulfilment of God's promise to save mankind foreshadowed in the book of Leviticus in the Old testament. And so, to help our understanding, we will take a detour to the book of Lev...

The apostle Paul had several advises Philemon just like he did for Timothy and Titus. Paul's advise is a good lesson on forgiveness; "I appeal to you to show kindness to my child, Onesimus. I became his father in the faith while here in prison." Philemon 1:10 NLT. Onesimus had offended his master and possibly taken advantage of his kindness and ran away from home. That could have filled Philemon...

The apostle Paul had left Titus on the island of Crete to pastor the church there. His main was; let your teaching align with with the way you live. [1] As for you, Titus, promote the kind of living that reflects wholesome teaching. Titus‬ ‭2:1‬ ‭NLT‬‬. It is easy to teach and not need to hold yourself accountable. The truth is, those you are teaching are actually holding you accountable and they...

In today's devotional, let's shared a few more of the advice Paul gives to Timothy; [3] For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and will look for teachers who will tell them whatever their itching ears want to hear. ‭‭2 Timothy‬ ‭4:3‬ ‭NLT‬‬. [5] But you should keep a clear mind in every situation. Don’t be afraid o...

2 Timothy is usually considered the last epistle written by Paul. Paul was incarcerated for the second time, but this time, he knew he was likely going to be killed by the emperor Nero. With this in mind, Paul sends this passionate letter to Timothy to equip him with all needed when he passes. "This is why I remind you to fan into flames the spiritual gift God gave you when I laid my hands on you....

"Fight the good fight for the true faith. Hold tightly to eternal life to which God has called you, which you have declared so well before many witnesses." 1Tim 6:12. There are good fights and there are bad fights. Every fight aside fighting to uphold your faith is a bad fight. Fighting for selfish ends, fighting simply so no one looks down at you is not a good fight. Prioritize on and concentrate...

Allow me share this scripture with you we discussed in today's devotional; [16] Keep a close watch on how you live and on your teaching. Stay true to what is right for the sake of your own salvation and the salvation of those who hear you. ‭‭1 Timothy‬ ‭4:16‬ ‭NLT‬‬. If I understood the apostle here, he is telling each one of us that we have a personal responsibility to keep a close eye, to take h...

First Timothy along with; 2 Timothy and Titus are often referred to as pastoral epistles because they were written to guide 2 of his sons who had pastoral responsibilities over churches. First Timothy is an encouragement to a son who was pastoring in the most difficult of circumstances and in a city where Paul himself struggled and was chased out of town through a riot. Ephesus is one of the bigge...

We conclude our study of second Thessalonians with these 2 prayers; [5] May the Lord lead your hearts into a full understanding and expression of the love of God and the patient endurance that comes from Christ. ‭‭2 Thessalonians‬ ‭3:5‬ ‭NLT‬‬. I pray the Lord will give you a complete understanding of his love for you and how to express that love in Jesus' name. [16] Now may the Lord of peace hims...

The book of second Thessalonians was likely written a few weeks after Paul's first letter because it seems he is addressing the same issues or questions the believers had asked about, and he looking to cover whatever he missed in his first letter. Paul again commends the believers for holding on despite the persecutions they were going through. He also wanted to give them better clarity on the lik...

The Bible gives us specific and clear instructions on how believers are supposed to live in the end times and the apostle Paul addresses this in the conclusion of his letter to the Thessalonian church. From what we know, there is no way to tell when the Lord Jesus Christ will return. What we are certain of is this; [2] For you know quite well that the day of the Lord’s return will come unexpectedl...

In 1 Thessalonians, the apostle Paul sought not just to encourage the believers there who were facing persecutions, he wanted to answer the question of when would Jesus Christ return? Can we know the exact day he will return? How should believers live if we know we would stand before him at his second coming? These and more are some of the questions we would answer during our devotional in the nex...

As we conclude the letter to the Colossians in today's devotional, allow me to speak on 2 advises Paul gives this church; [2] Devote yourselves to prayer with an alert mind and a thankful heart. Colossians‬ ‭4:2‬ ‭NLT‬‬. Short and simple but carries a lot. Prayer requires devotion. With devotion implies there needs to be some consistency. Yes, there is a part to prayer that is impromptu and sponta...

Living the new life, that's the focus of today's devotional. The fact that our lives is in Christ changes everything. It has implications for the way we live and how we relate with this world. [1] Since you have been raised to new life with Christ, set your sights on the realities of heaven, where Christ sits in the place of honor at God’s right hand. [2] Think about the things of heaven, not the...

During the conclusion of today's devotional, we prayed that the Lord would give us an insight into the finished work of Christ in his death, burial and resurrection. We also prayed that the Lord would open our eyes to our current position presently in Christ. [11] When you came to Christ, you were “circumcised,” but not by a physical procedure. Christ performed a spiritual circumcision—the cutting...

Good morning, welcome to today's devotional. Paul's shares with us a mystery or you could call it secret about the Christian life. This is is the one reason why Christianity is different from every other; it is Christ. [26] This message was kept secret for centuries and generations past, but now it has been revealed to God’s people. [27] For God wanted them to know that the riches and glory of Chr...

Paul, with some of his final words offered words of encouragement to all of us; "Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again - rejoice." Philippians 4:4. Joy is contagious. But joy is also a choice. It is not necessarily a product of anything happening physically around you. Joy comes from the within, from an assurance that the one who loves us is with us and he has promised to never leave u...

I see people struggle sometimes with understanding the subject of salvation and righteousness, let's address it today with what the apostle Paul shared with the Philippians. [8] Yes, everything else is worthless when compared with the infinite value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have discarded everything else, counting it all as garbage, so that I could gain Christ [9] and become...

In chapter 2 of Paul's letter to the believers in Philippi, Paul teaches us in about the power of submission. We often view submission as a weakness. Some think submission makes you inferior to the one you are submitting to. However, Paul ask us to learn from Christ. Christ shows us that by humbling himself to the point of dying a criminals death in obedience to his Father even when he was innocen...

In today's devotional, we see the apostle Paul's recommendation for a successful marriage; submission. Submission first to Christ the head of the home, and then submission to one another. The husband is to submit to his wife, and the wife to the husband. [21] And further, submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. ‭‭Ephesians‬ ‭5:21‬ ‭NLT‬‬. Take note that, the true head of the home is not...

Did you know that every single member of the body of Christ, I mean every Christian is called and equipped to do ministry? I mean that every Christian is a minister of God. There are those who say the duty to do the work of ministry is the sole responsibility of those called into what we call the 5-fold ministries of; the apostle, prophet, evangelist, pastors and teachers. But that is totally wron...