'Why Have You Abandoned Me?' — Mark 15:33-34

At noon [when Jesus was crucified], darkness fell across the whole land until three o'clock. Then at three o'clock Jesus called out with a loud voice, "Eloi, Eloi, lema sabachthani?" which means "My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?"

Key Thought

As Jesus died, this was the time of darkness. At midday, all light was snuffed out of the world as Jesus faced ridicule, mockery, shame, brutality, and humiliation alone. He felt as if he had been abandoned, completely. But read Psalm 22, the Psalm Jesus partially quoted on the cross. Notice how it speaks of feeling absolutely abandoned and completely surrounded by enemies. Then read how it finishes:

Our children will also serve him.
Future generations will hear about the wonders of the Lord.
His righteous acts will be told to those yet unborn.
They will hear about everything he has done. [1]

In the middle of humanity's worst moment, Jesus looked beyond the horror with the eyes of faith. He was faithful even though he felt alone. He endured the cross for all of us who need his grace. He trusted that the Father he was honoring with his death would also be the Father who would bring him victory. He felt alone, but his faith led him to trust God would not abandon him [2] and would lead him to victory.
[1] Psalm 22:30-31.
[2] John 16:32.

Today's Prayer

O Almighty God, my Abba Father, please give me the kind of faith that Jesus had. I want to be able to obey and bring you glory even when I feel abandoned and forsaken. Give me that kind of courage. Empower me with that kind of trust. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.

Related Scripture Readings
Psalm 22:12-31
Hebrews 12:2
Hebrews 4:14-16

Prayers & Blessings for the Week

There were many valiant men in Israel in the days of Deborah but God chose her as a judge and ruler over her people. Ruth was not the only stranded widow in Bethlehemjudah in her time but God favoured her alone with a rich husband. Lazarus was not the only dead and buried man in Bethany but God chose to raise him alone from the dead! The favour of God does not see the crowd, it only sees the chosen ones. This week, God's favour will see, distinguish and choose you and your household for new honour, promotion, prosperity, benefits, deliverance, help and greater increase in Jesus' name. You will be picked from an evil queue and raised into new glory in Jesus' name. God will perform a new miracle of healing and wholeness for your sake in Jesus' name. In the way the Lord visited a prison for the sake of Peter and brought him into unbelievable liberty, He will visit your father's house for your sake and terminate ancestral captivity holding you hostage in Jesus' name. No limitation of man will succeed against you in Jesus' name. You will not mistake an enemy for a friend and powers of dust and dunghill will be destroyed for your sake in Jesus' name. God will break witchcraft projections and programming for your sake and you will escape the valley of slaughter standing in secret places against you in Jesus' name. The Holy Spirit will give you blessings that will bow every arrogant head to you in Jesus' name. Week of High Favours. Luke 1 vs 28💥💙🙏‼️

'God’s Word Is a Weapon Against Evil'

So then, take your stand! Fasten truth around your waist like a belt. Put on God’s approval as your breastplate. … Also take salvation as your helmet and God’s word as the sword that the Spirit supplies— Ephesians 6:14, 17 GWT


Today's Prayer
Lord, remind me of Your truth the instant I need it. Help me to make a habit of being in Your truth on a regular basis, so its principles become like second nature to me. And help me to act righteously in everything I do, so I can bring You great glory. Satan and his forces are out to get me. Enlarge my faith so that Your protection is big enough to cover me completely. Let it be wide enough and thick enough for me to win my battles for Your kingdom. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

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'Truth Spoken Is a Weapon Against Temptation'

Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil … the tempter came to Him, he said, ‘If You are the Son of God, …’ But He answered and said, ‘It is written, ’ … “it is written’ … ‘It is written again,’ … ‘Away with you, Satan! For it is written,’ … Then the devil left Him. — Matthew 4:1-11 NKJV

Today's Prayer
Lord, I know You allow temptation so those true to Your Word can be revealed; I don’t ask to be delivered from temptation, I ask to be delivered from evil and for Your help in my daily battle to make good choices. Grant me the patience and focus to grow deeper in love with Your Word — the Holy Bible. Help me to know Your Word so well that I’m able to quote the appropriate response in every situation. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

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Your hurt
Your mistake
Your fears
Your shame
Your doubt
Your pain
Your worries
Your regrets

Come to me all those who are burdened and I will give you rest ✝️🫂

*Child of God, you are fearfully and wonderfully made, a masterpiece crafted by God's own hands (Psalm 139:14). You are created in God's image, reflecting His character, love, and beauty (Genesis 1:27). As a child of God, you are loved, accepted, and valued just as you are (1 John 3:1). Love yourself the way you're. Child of God, you're beautiful and you're the light of the world through Jesus Christ. Stay confident.*😊💫💕

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*_Yahweh is my shepherd: I shall lack nothing._*
Psalm 23:1

*Prayer :*

Make me lie down in green pastures and lead me beside quiet waters,

Lord, when I am scared,
I remember this phrase:
"Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me."

Lord, when I struggle with anguish in my soul and with sorrow in my heart, You refreshes my soul. You guide me along the right paths for Your name’s sake.

Lord, Don’t let my enemies gloat at my downfall. Prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies as You anoint my head with oil while making my cup overflows.

Lord, I praise You for Your goodness and unfailing love for me.
I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
In Jesus' name, I pray.

#WEDNESDAY PRAYER:

Dear loving Father,

I thank you for waking me up this morning. Thank you for your love and care.
Thank you for everything you have freely given me in this life. I pray instead that I can keep my eye on you and live a life that proclaims Your excellence.

I need you Because I can’t make it on my own.

Guide me through the maze of life fight my wars.And give me the peace that surpasses all understanding In Jesus' Name I pray,Amen.

'Spoken Bindings Are a Weapon Against Enemies'

But if I by the Spirit of God cast out demons, then indeed the kingdom of God is come upon you. Or how can anyone enter into the house of the strong man and plunder his goods, unless first he bind the strong man? and then he will plunder his house. — Matthew 12:28-29 Darby

Today's Prayer
Lord, You expelled demons throughout Your ministry. Based on the evil I see around me, it seems like demons are also very active today. Help me to play my part in removing them and teaching others to do the same so we can advance Your Kingdom. Remind me that I can bind the enemy with the words I say with the power in the holy name of Jesus Christ, Your only Son. Use me in this to Your glory. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

'Will Elijah Come?' — Mark 15:35-36

Some of the bystanders misunderstood and thought [Jesus] was calling for the prophet Elijah. One of them ran and filled a sponge with sour wine, holding it up to him on a reed stick so he could drink. "Wait!" he said. "Let's see whether Elijah comes to take him down!"— Mark 15:35-36 NLT

Key Thought

From the vantage points of Jesus, the Messiah, and of the Gospel of Mark, Elijah had already come. John the Baptizer was the Elijah who was to precede the Messiah. Those in power had John murdered; now they are doing the same to Jesus. Those who are at the cross to mock the Lord Jesus misunderstand what he said. They simply turn Jesus' words into another way to mock, belittle, and humiliate him more. Little do these mockers know that what Jesus endures on the cross ends up defeating Satan and bringing life to those who will call upon him as Lord. Elijah didn't come and take Jesus down from the cross. However, God the Father did come and raise him from death in his tomb. Yet even in this moment of horror and humiliation with his crucifixion, the cross touches the heart of a hardened soldier and opens his heart to the truth about Jesus — he is the Son of God. [1]
[1] See Mark 15:39.

Today's Prayer

O Father, I am saddened that it took the humiliation of the cross to break through to our hardened hearts. Yet, dear Father, thank you for paying that price. I pray that the story of Jesus will reach hearts that no other story can. Please help me to never be ashamed of the message of that cross. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.

Related Scripture Readings
Colossians 2:11-15
Hebrews 2:14-15
Galatians 6:14

About the name of Jesus Christ
* The name is Holy and caries great power and authority
* The name Jesus is above every other name
* Believers are encouraged to pray in Jesus' name
* Jesus' name is used to cast our demons and evil spirits
* When you call upon the name Jesus in faith, you shall be saved.
*LETS ALL EXALT THE HOLY NAME OF OUR SAVIOR*🙌🏽👑❤️

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