MAIN THEME IS: WHY AM I HERE?

TITLE: BORN TO IMPACT

The bible verse for today’s devotional is: Matthew 5:14 (NIV)

"You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden."

Devotional

You were born to make a difference in the world. Consider Malala Yousafzai, who, despite facing extreme adversity, has become a powerful advocate for girls' education worldwide. Her courage and determination to fight for what’s right have impacted millions.

Matthew 5:14 tells us that we are the light of the world, meant to shine brightly. Your unique gifts, talents, and passions equip you to impact others positively. Whether it’s helping a friend, leading a project, or standing up for a cause, your actions can inspire change. Embrace your role as a beacon of hope and make the most of every opportunity to influence those around you.

Here are a few reflective questions:

1. How can I use my unique talents to impact others?
2. What steps can I take to be a positive influence in my community or school?

Let us pray:

Dear Lord, You have made me a light in this world, please help me to shine bright with the gifts and talents you have deposited in me. Amen!

Please say these words of affirmation. Say them, mean them, own them and live them

• I am here because I can make an impact.
• I was born to impact others positively.

Do have a beautiful day. Stay awesome. I’ll see you tomorrow.

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 MAIN THEME IS: WHY AM I HERE?

TITLE: CHARTING MY COURSE AND PATH

The bible verse for today’s devotional is: JOSHUA 24:15 (NIV)

”But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord”

Devotional:

A sailor’s responsibility is to navigate his ship from one point to another. His fundamental tool is the chart, which is a representation of the earth’s surface with notations that help him carry out this task. With the help of a chart, he can establish the course that will bring his ship to its destination.

As faith based people, the navigational chart for our journey in life is the word of God.  The word of God contains the facts, rules, routines, boundaries, template, guidelines, and roadmap we need in order to establish the right course for our life.  It is our spiritual compass showing us how to live and walk uprightly.

Charting one's course and path in life is never done on a group WhatsApp call, it is a personal decision either to walk with God or to walk according to the dictates of the world.   

Here are a few reflective questions: 

1. Family: what does family mean to you, what roles and responsibilities are expected of you? 
2. Friendship/relationships; how do you choose your friends? Do they have the same values as you? 
3. Your spirituality: How is your relationship with God? Are you proud or ashamed of the gospel of Christ? 
4. Career/Education: Do you know what you want to become? Do you believe in the path taking you there? Do you believe in hard work, patience and resilience or do you believe in cutting corners?

Chart your course wisely today and always.

Let us pray: 

Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your paths, Amen

Please say these words of affirmation. Say them, mean them, own them and live them

• I am here because I am on a journey to my destination.
• I will not allow distractions (mention them)

 Do have an amazing day. Take good care of yourself, I’ll see you tomorrow.

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MAIN THEME IS: WHY AM I HERE

TITLE: LESSONS FROM BEN CARSON TEENAGE YEARS

The bible verse for today’s devotional is: Prov 22:29  (NIV)

“Do you see someone skilled in their work? They will serve before kings; they will not serve before officials of low rank.”

Devotional:

Ben Carson is one of the best world neurosurgeons. When he was young, he had quite a number of things not going well for him:  

1. He was abandoned by his father who left his mother and elder brother Curtis to join another family he had kept as a secret from them.  
2. He was a laughingstock among his peers and was called a class dummy because of his poor performance. 

Despite Ben and his brother’s poor performance, their mother, though disappointed, was not deterred. She prayed for guidance and a solution for their excellent performance and the rest is history.

Here are a few of the lessons from Ben Carson’s teenage years:

1. Determination:   His story reveals that determination and hard work can help overcome difficult circumstances and adversity.
2. Obedience: Ben listened to his mum who advised him to spend more time reading books and seeking knowledge. 
3. Resilience and persistence:  Ben’s resilience and persistence yielded results contrary to reports given by his teachers.
4. Goal Oriented: Ben was focused.  His motivation was the need to help humanity and the fulfilment of his childhood dream of being a missionary doctor.
5. Spiritual: Ben has a good relationship with God.                                                 
6. Self-Awareness: Carson understood very early who he was. He once almost joined a robbery gang but then remembered who he was and ran back home and promised himself never to derail again.

Ben Carson’s life demonstrates that with the right mindset, support, and dedication, one can overcome significant challenges and achieve great success irrespective of our background.  

Here are a few reflective questions:

• Have I ever thought my background will promote or hinder my progress?
• What mindset do I have towards life?
• Am I an obedient child?

Let us pray:

Thank you Lord for you have shown me an example in Ben Carson. Help me to embrace and demonstrate commitment to achieve greatness in life. Amen

Please say these words of affirmation. Say them, mean them, own them and live them

• I am here because I am on a mission. 
• I am determined to succeed. 

Be determined, Stay focused. Have a beautiful day. I’ll see you tomorrow.

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MAIN THEME IS: WHY AM I HERE? 

TITLE: LESSON FROM NELSON MANDELA’S YEARS

 The quotes for today’s devotional are: 

“It always seems impossible until it’s done - Nelson Mandela”

“Remember that hope is a powerful tool, when all else is lost” - Nelson Mandela

“I never lose, I either win or learn” - Nelson Mandela

Devotional:

Nelson Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid activist, politician, and statesman who served as the first president of South Africa from 1994 to 1999. Nelson Mandela was jailed at the age of 38 for opposing South Africa's apartheid system. He spent 27 years in prison. While in prison, he faced unbearable conditions meant to break his determination, but he refused to give up, all in a bid to achieve equality for all people.

Apartheid is a system of racial segregation. 

Here are a few of the lessons from Nelson Mandela:

1. Value of Education: Mandela understood the importance of education. He renounced his claim to the chieftainship to become a lawyer. 
2. Mentorship: After his father’s death when he was just 7 years, Jongintaba, the regent of the Thembu raised him. He enjoyed listening to adults solve problems and this earned him mentorship from the elders and leaders in his community.
3. Embracing responsibility: As a teenager, Mandela took on various responsibilities within his community, which instilled in him a sense of duty and service. 
4. Questioning the status-quo: Growing up in a society marked by racial segregation and inequality, Mandela became aware of the social injustices at a young age.  This awareness triggered his lifelong commitment to fighting for equality and justice. 
5. Respect for Tradition and Cultural Heritage: Mandela had high regard for tradition and culture which he respected so much. 

Whenever or wherever we observe injustice and oppression, God expects us to serve as His beacon of light.

Here are a few reflective questions:

1. What is going on around me which isn't good?
2. What can I do about it?

Let us pray:

Dear Lord, please grant me the courage to fight for a good cause. Do not let me look away.

Please say these words of affirmation. Say them, mean them, own them and live them

• I am here to make life easier for people, not more difficult. 
• I am bold
• I will change my world for good.

Do have a pleasant day of ease. Be good, I’ll see you tomorrow.

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