Romans 5:17 (KJV)

For if by one man's offence death reigned by one; much more they which receive abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness shall reign in life by one, Jesus Christ.

The effect of God’s gift of righteousness is that His children reign in life. Righteousness places us in right standing with the Father. No matter how far someone believes they have strayed away from God, once they embrace His righteousness, they will reign in life.

In any kingdom, the king holds the highest influence. God has ordained His children to be kings. The word reign is directly connected to kingship, for kings exercise the highest influence in life. The Greek word for reign, basileúō, means highest influence or control. This is the year for you to become more conscious of your righteousness in Christ Jesus, and to begin to exercise the highest influence in life.

PRAYER FOR TODAY
Lord, thank You for the gift of righteousness. I reign in life by Christ Jesus, exercising godly influence and dominion over every circumstance I encounter.

PROPHETIC DECLARATION

I received the abundance of grace and the gift of righteousness; therefore, I reign in life! I am not subject to circumstances; I shape them. I operate as a king, exercising dominion in every area of my life. Amen!

FURTHER STUDY

Revelation 1:6

365 BIBLE CHALLENGE – DAY 177

2 Chronicles 10-12; Acts 21:1

Peter 1:16 (KJV)

Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy.

Most people think the opposite of holiness is sin, but it’s actually commonness. Holiness means being set apart—uncommon from the world and its values. When you are born again, you are immediately separated from the world. Sin separates us from God, but obedience to His Word separates us from the world.

Children of God should go beyond being separated from the world to being separated unto God. Being born again gives you the vital and legal right to be a son of God, but separation unto God makes you a vessel fit for the Master’s use. It gives access to God’s authority and power over the enemy.

Prioritise spending time with the Master through His Word, and you’ll rise into the fullness of who God has called you to be—separated for God and unto God!

PRAYER FOR TODAY
Father, separate me unto Yourself completely. As I walk in obedience and holiness, make me a vessel fit for Your use, carrying authority and impact in my world.

PROPHETIC DECLARATION

God has distinguished and separated me. I have the dynamic ability to cause changes, not only in my life but in my sphere of influence! Amen.

FURTHER STUDY

2 Timothy 2:20-21 (ERV)

65 BIBLE CHALLENGE – DAY 176

2 Chronicles 7-9; Acts 21:1-17

LONGEVITY!

Exodus 1:16 (KJV)

...If it be a son, then ye shall kill him: but if it be a daughter, then she shall live.

When Moses was born, there was a decree for all male children to be killed. The same strategy was used when Jesus was born. The devil always targets those who carry Kingdom purpose. His nature is to release the spirit of assassination against God’s Kingdom agenda. Yet even in the midst of such opposition, God faithfully defends and sustains everything connected to His purpose.

God has upheld you from birth and carried you since the day you entered the world. In Isaiah 46:4, He assures us that He will sustain us even to old age and grey hairs.

God’s Word promises that He will satisfy us with long life. No disease, accident, or calamity has the power to cut your life short. Your years on Earth are preserved and supernaturally increased for God’s glory.

PRAYER FOR TODAY

Lord, thank You for preserving my life for Your purpose. I receive strength, longevity, and divine protection, and I will live long to declare Your works.

PROPHETIC DECLARATION

I refuse to die as an infant. God's visitation over my life preserves me. I will live long and large in the land of the living to declare the works of the Lord!

FURTHER STUDY

Isaiah 65:20

365 BIBLE CHALLENGE – DAY 175

Luke 12:1-31; Psalms 68-69