Daily Scripture Threshing for Sunday, October 8, 2023
Today’s Text: John 12:23-36
Key Verse: John 12:35 (NKJV): “Then Jesus said to them, “A little while longer the light is with you. Walk while you have the light, lest darkness overtake you; he who walks in darkness does not know where he is going.”
As a prefigure of the New Testament union between Christ and His Church, Israel was God’s bride among the nations. And her most enlarging means of grace, strength and power is when they clothe themselves with inner purity and sanctity. Hence the call for Zion to awake and clothe herself with strength and put on her garments of splendor. By this, God’s people are called upon to pursue a pure and undefiled life.
All through history, garment symbolizes modesty and images spiritual metaphor of character and gravity—which is even of deeper significance. For the Church, it is a reminder of our consciousness of how Christ clothes us with His righteousness. It reminds us of our commitment to follow His will, embrace His blessings, and the enjoy His protection over us. It is upon these backgrounds that the prophet admonishes Israel, and the Church of timeless generations to shake off their dust; rise up, clothe themselves, and sit enthroned with God’s power at their disposal. The right connection with God puts us in the proper channel of strength.
Quote for the Day: “The life of a believer is not measured by physical strength, but by spiritual strength that flows from the spirit of Christ.” (Simon Olatunji)
Prayer: Dear Lord, let the power of the Holy Spirit aid my life so that it shows forth the righteous fruit of Your presence. Lead me to Your covering, my rock. Guide me to Your Word which gives me strength and refuge — in Jesus’ mighty name. Amen.
With all my love and prayers,
Rev Simon Wale Olatunji, Ph.D.
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[Daily Scripture Threshing is a devotional guide of The House of Prayer Evangel Church USA distributed for free use by individuals, small groups, families, and Christian churches]
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