Hebrews 13:8 (KJV)

Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and for ever.

If you've never questioned whether God is truly for you, then you haven't yet faced deep suffering. You may be the most committed, loyal, intelligent, and diligent person when it comes to the things of God, yet feel like your life is falling apart. Then you begin to wonder if God is for you or even sees you.

You need to know that having God in your life and experiencing His active presence are not the same. We serve an ancient God who is very patient, and as His active presence unfolds in and around you, your life will take on a new meaning. When God’s divine intervention manifests in your life, you will surely testify that God is indeed for you in this Year of Strange Oil.

PROPHETIC DECLARATION

I know my God is not forgetful. I am on His radar, His priority, and tattooed on the palms of His hands. I am bound to make progress in the mighty Name of Jesus! Amen.

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Malachi 3:6

365 BIBLE CHALLENGE – DAY 41

Exodus 38-40; Matthew 22:23-46

Matthew 24:35 (KJV)

Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.

When I speak of and discuss the rapture, it’s not to preach doom or create fear, but to declare what the Bible says will happen in the last days. Some dismiss it as a way to gain attention, but they are wrong. Others say, “No man knows the time”, and that makes this message even more urgent.

Speaking about the rapture isn't about denominational affiliation or sowing fear; it's a call to readiness to meet your Maker. Your personal rapture could take place at any moment, so always be ready. Live every day clothed in God's righteousness.

Jesus’ words are concrete, unshakable and eternal. What He says, He does. Therefore, stay ready, stay steadfast, and stand your guard in this Year of Strange Oil.

PROPHETIC DECLARATION

I am alert, my mind is ready, my heart is prepared, and I shall finish my assignment strong in Jesus’ mighty Name! Amen.

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Psalm 119:89

365 BIBLE CHALLENGE – DAY 40

Exodus 35-37; Matthew 22:1-22

John 11:14-15 (KJV)

Then said Jesus unto them plainly, Lazarus is dead. And I am glad for your sakes that I was not there, to the intent ye may believe; nevertheless let us go unto him.

How could Jesus be glad when Lazarus died? This text reveals what theologians call tension in the text, the Lord, the owner of life, is excited upon hearing of the death of his beloved follower. His point was this: His active presence wasn't there when Lazarus died, but that absence created an opportunity for greater faith.

Sometimes, your struggle isn’t about doubting God’s power, but whether He’ll show His power in your case. I'm here to announce to you that even after you’ve gone above and beyond, enduring every attack, Jesus has already dispatched help, and it’s on the way. His active presence will meet you at the greatest point of your need, and every dead thing in your life shall rise again. Hallelujah!

PROPHETIC DECLARATION

With God, I am indomitable! With God, I am untouchable! Nothing can stop me from advancing in this Year of Strange Oil. Hallelujah!

FURTHER STUDY

Romans 8:28

365 BIBLE CHALLENGE – DAY 39

Exodus 33-34; Matthew 21:23-46

Genesis 27:7 (KJV)

Bring me venison, and make me savoury meat, that I may eat, and bless thee before the LORD before my death.

Many people desire the anointing of their spiritual fathers or mentors. However, it may surprise you to know that they often expect to receive that level of anointing for free! Consequently, few make a lasting impact in ministry because most neglect the principle of sacrifice. True fatherhood and impartation require sacrifice.

If you want to grow and replicate the carrier of the grace you desire, go beyond admiration, connect with the carrier by sowing into that grace. If you want everything in life for free, without serving or sowing into it, you will never truly value it. That’s why Isaac asked for venison before releasing a blessing on his son. It’s a spiritual principle: honour through sacrifice opens the door to impartation. Uphold this in your life, and you’ll reap the benefits.

PROPHETIC DECLARATION

I am a grace collector. I'm ready to receive impartation by delighting my father through sowing into the vision and agenda God placed upon his life, in Jesus' mighty name. Amen.

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Hebrew 11:20

365 BIBLE CHALLENGE – DAY 38

Exodus 30-32; Matthew 21:1-22

Exodus 20:12 (KJV)

Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.

Many read this verse thinking only of the land God gives, but it’s also about the days He gives. Long life is directly connected to honouring your father and mother. (Ephesians 6:2) confirms this by quoting today’s verse.

Honouring your father and mother unlocks longevity, increase, prosperity, peace, and divine protection. However, many Christians make the mistake of thinking that, because they're now born again, honouring their biological parents is no longer necessary, that only spiritual parents matter. This is a grave error. To fully benefit from this promise, you must honour both your biological and spiritual parents.

Cherish and care for your parents while they are still with you. Never take them for granted, honour them and show your appreciation always.

PROPHETIC DECLARATION

I will never deny myself the blessing of long life through dishonour! Prosperity and peace are mine as I honour my biological and spiritual parents, in Jesus’ Name! Amen.

FURTHER STUDY

Ephesians 6:2

365 BIBLE CHALLENGE – DAY 37

Luke 2:27-52; Psalms 16-17

John 11:53 (NIV)

So from that day on they plotted to take his life.

To understand this verse, you must consider the pretext and the context. The religious leaders of the day opposed Jesus because they wanted to protect their positions. They persecuted the Miracle Worker to preserve their influence. Don't be surprised when religious people come against you. They did the same to the Master. So, if it's happening to you, know that it's nothing new.

Working miracles and making progress attracts opposition. In your workplace, the moment promotion is near, your health, family, or finances may come under attack. The enemy will never applaud your progress, he fights it.

So, stay armed with the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. Keep speaking it; keep saying it. Declare that you're blessed, and no negative word spoken against you will prevail in this Year of Strange Oil.

PROPHETIC DECLARATION

I am seated with Christ in heavenly places. I cannot fail, for the Lord shall uphold me with His righteous right hand in the Name of Jesus! Praise the Lord! Amen.

FURTHER STUDY

Luke 22:2

365 BIBLE CHALLENGE – DAY 36

Exodus 27-29; Matthew 20:20-34

Matthew 4:2 (ESV)

After fasting forty days and forty nights, He was hungry.

People of great prayer and great character are people of few words. Those who are talkative want to be seen or heard and are usually lacking in prayer. When a prophetic Word is declared over your life, but its manifestation seems delayed, one spiritual weapon to engage is fasting.

Fasting helps bring your prophetic Word to fruition. Understand that fasting doesn't change God—He remains the same before, during, and after you fast. However, fasting breaks the flesh and changes you. If you desire true inner change, take fasting seriously.

As you fast and pray in this Year of Strange Oil, every prophetic Word declared over your life shall come to pass in the Name of Jesus.

PROPHETIC DECLARATION

I will fast and pray as I anticipate the manifestation of my prophetic Word. I know fasting breaks my flesh and alerts and tunes my spirit to the realities of the spiritual realm, in Jesus' Name. Amen.

FURTHER STUDY

Matthews 17:21

365 BIBLE CHALLENGE – DAY 35

Exodus 25-26; Matthew 20:1-19

Matthew 4:1 (KJV)

Then was Jesus led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil.

The New Testament reveals the Father’s will concerning our lives. Jesus is the perfect, shining example of walking in God’s will, yet He was led into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil.

You can be in the centre of God's will and still face a wilderness experience. Jesus, God in the flesh, had to be tested so you and I would know that walking the earth comes with times of testing that push you through the wilderness. The wilderness is a place of dryness, extreme temperatures, and isolation, but never assume you're out of His will just because things are hard.

In this Year of Strange Oil, what destroys others won’t destroy you as you remain aligned with God’s will for your life, in Jesus’ name.

PROPHETIC DECLARATION

I shall come out victorious regardless of any wilderness experience I go through. I will not be destroyed because I know I am in the will of God! Hallelujah!

FURTHER STUDY

Luke 4:1

365 BIBLE CHALLENGE – DAY 34

Exodus 22-24; Matthew 19