2 Timothy 2:15 (KJV)

Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

As a born-again child of God, you immediately became a citizen of Zion. This Kingdom operates by its own set of rules so alien that the Bible says they’re foolishness to non-citizens. That means there is much to learn about this new Kingdom.

Whilst it's imperative that we learn the code of conduct so that we take full advantage of the benefits that come with it, we also have a duty to be well acquainted with the Kingdom's principles, how it operates, and why it is necessary to be a citizen of it. This knowledge allows you to share this message of the hour and defend your faith where it's challenged. The moment you received the Lord Jesus Christ, you became a candidate for the commission to go into the world. Therefore, it is necessary for you to study the Word and show yourself as a scholar of the Word. As you do so, you also unleash the power within you!

PROPHETIC DECLARATION

I am a scholar of the Word. I have quickness of apprehension of the Word and a keen ability to articulate to those I share the Good News with. As I go deeper in the Word, my territory is enlarged in Jesus' Name!

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2 Timothy 4:2

Luke 12:33 (KJV)

Sell that ye have, and give alms; provide yourselves bags which wax not old, a treasure in the heavens that faileth not, where no thief approacheth, neither moth corrupteth.

Look at that: we have access to the biggest bank, and it's recession-proof! It has all the high-tech, state-of-the-art security features that no thief dares to break in. Back in 2008, the world experienced a massive global recession and people suffered a wide range of losses which included life savings that were held in banks.

But we're not of this world. We have privileged access to the all-secure heavenly financial institution to store up our treasures—treasures in Heaven through our giving to the work of the Kingdom. It's an investment with extremely high returns and guaranteed security from the devourer. Not only do you get high returns, but your heart follows along with your treasure in the heavens. That means you automatically give your heart to God together with your treasure. Now, when your heart is with God, that provokes Him to respond in ways beyond your imagination. So make it a culture to store up your treasure in Heaven!

PROPHETIC DECLARATION

I'm a platinum card-carrying member of the Bank of Heaven; I'm a serial depositor; giving is my culture; I'm a Kingdom addict, and my withdrawals will be immeasurable in Jesus' Name! Amen.

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2 Corinthians 9:7-8

Proverbs 13:22 (KJV)

Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.

You might be surprised and even complain that people always come to you to fix their problems, borrow money, or ask for advice when you've already got enough of your own issues to fix.

I want you to look at the second part of today’s verse. It likens us to a city on a hill which cannot be hidden. You see, you can’t hide when the blessings of God begin to manifest in your life. It even says, "Let your profiting appear to all!" (1 Timothy 4:15). A city functions as a centre for business, a source for everyday needs, etc. People will travel to the cities to earn a living. Do you see where this is going?

Don’t be surprised when people come to you for help; you’re like a city to them as you are plugged into Christ, who is the primary source of our light and livelihood. They see you as a solution centre, so be the Joseph of your family and lead them out of poverty!

PROPHETIC DECLARATION

I am the light of the world. I am a solution centre. I am the one leading my generation out of poverty, and they will come to know the God I serve because of what they witness in my life in Jesus' Name!

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John 7:38