it doesn't talk about physical power or fighting ability. Instead, it highlights their understanding. They weren’t just warriors—they were wise. They discerned the times and knew what Israel should do.This struck me deeply. It didn’t say they had might or military expertise. What made them significant was their insight. They didn’t join the battle just because others did. They aligned themselves with purpose, walking in divine wisdom and discernment. They understood the season and acted accordingly.

From Head to Toe Pray for Their Mind and ThinkingEphesians 2:10 –…

Let’s also reflect on Genesis 21:16–17, which tells the story of Hagar—a woman cast out with her son, a victim of circumstances beyond her control. She was sent away with barely any resources, wandering in the wilderness. When the water was gone and death seemed near, Hagar couldn’t bear to watch her son die. She moved away from him, unable to listen to his cries.

But God could.

Another key quality: David was courageous. He fought the lion and the bear before facing Goliath. He built up his faith step by step, challenge by challenge. Sometimes we think our gifts will only matter on big stages, but what are you doing when your audience is one—or none? How do you carry yourself when no one is clapping?

Always give your best. Never cut corners. People might laugh at you in the early stages, but when destiny unfolds, the same people will see your purpose clearly. David's harp-playing and shepherding were mocked—but not when he killed Goliath and later became king.

Lord Jesus, I align myself and my household with the grace that Esther experienced. Let divine favor rest upon us—individual favor, public favor, royal favor. I declare that when people see me, hear my name, or come into contact with me, favor will arise.

Let teachers favor my children.
Let examiners favor me.
Let employers and managers favor me.
Let economic systems, industries, structures, and governments favor me.
Let nations favor me, in the name of Jesus.

Esther didn’t need to explain where she came from; her background didn’t limit her. Favor spoke for her. Favor set her apart. Favor made her stand out. I declare:

Jesus doesn’t just want to resurrect you—He wants to release you. He doesn’t want you walking around alive but still bound by the stench of shame, disappointment, or regret. He wants you free and fully restored.

When God created you, He did so with a purpose in mind; He had intent for your existence.Genesis 1:27-28 states that God created mankind in His own image, male and female. Verse 28 says that God blessed them and commanded them to be fruitful, multiply, fill the earth, and subdue it, giving them dominion over all living things.

I have yet to meet anyone who does not wish to be successful. It's easy to wish for something; all you have to do is sleep and dream about it. However, success is not about wishing—an illusion that what you desire is already true—but rather about working hard toward your goals. In this text, I would like to share the 4 D's that can help you reach your purpose in life.

The burdens that easily beset me weighed heavily upon me, and I could feel the gaze of others looking down at me in disgust, wondering how long it would take for me to rise again. In that moment, I lost all hope. I was battered by sins, guilt, hurt, and pain. Then, I looked up and saw the Lord, who had been reaching out His hand to me all along. I asked Him, "Lord, why are You wasting time on me? I'll never meet Your expectations. Look how deep I have fallen and the shameful things I have done."

One thing I know beyond all reasonable doubt is that God never fails. His faithfulness endures forever. Whatever His promises are to you will surely stand; nothing can stop it. It may not look like it now, but trust in His love—He always comes through. Remember, His thoughts are not our thoughts, neither are our ways His ways. As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are His ways higher than our ways and His thoughts than our thoughts.

Slowly, she lifted her hands into the air, just like everyone else, and firmly closed her eyes. She felt that if there was a God who wanted to be her friend, someone who wanted to save and rescue her from destruction, she was interested in that God and wished to know Him.

"Help me…" Aamilah said through tears. "Please help me…" It was as if her soul was crying out to God in a yearning that was too deep for words. She desperately needed someone to make everything right in her life. With nowhere to go and no one to call, she felt a profound cry for help that only God could hear and answer. Suddenly, it was as if she were standing under a shower of warm tropical rain that was not just falling on her but flowing through her. She couldn’t fully comprehend this experience, but something within her wanted to remain still in it.

Amanda felt her heart twisted in dismay. She straightened and looked straight into her eyes. “You stand there and have the gut to say to my face that my own husband loves you.” Her face was taut. “So where is he now, why isn’t he going with you? Why is he not here packing his bags to go with you?” She shouted in her face.

Amanda was flustered; she folded her hands across her chest.

“You know why?” She looked straight into her eyes. “You were a mistake!”

Amanda jolted.

“What he had with you was a foolish mistake that he will so regret for the rest of his miserable life.”

Amanda wanted to speak, but when she opened her mouth, no words came out as shame made her lips tremble.

“Now, listen carefully,” Anna said, leaning in with exasperation. “I never want to see your face again! From now on, you are no longer my sister; you have no family—now or ever.” She glared into Amanda’s eyes, her fury palpable. After a few tense seconds, she turned and swung the front door open wide.

To be fully prepared for this battle, we must stand firm with the belt of truth buckled around our waist, for we shall know the truth, and it will set us free—the truth of the Word of God. Next, we wear the breastplate of righteousness, which serves as our defense; our righteousness does not come from the law but through faith in Christ. Our feet should be fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace.