DC Model Chapter Asokoro

*DOMINION MANDATE DAILY DEVOTIONAL*

*TUESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2025*

*THE BASIC PRINCIPLES OF CHOOSING A LIFE PARTNER*

*BIBLE READING: PROVERBS 31:10; PROVERBS 20:6; PROVERBS 22:3; GENESIS 1:26-28*

*"And the Lord God said, “It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an helper suitable for him.” Genesis 2:18x(NKJV)*

One of the most Apparent Truths which can never be denied is that the Lord God Almighty Himself is the Source and Origin of the Marriage Institution. In other words, the Marriage Institution or the Order of Holy Matrimony was ordained by God Himself. The implication here is that it takes the Marriage Covenant for Total Dominion to be actualized, hence Marriage is in itself undoubtedly a Force to be reckoned with. It would interest us to know that the Trinity or Godhead is a Direct Result of the Marriage between God the Father, the Son, and The Holy Spirit *(1Jn. 5:7).* God always created everything in pairs, a point which also underscores the Importance of the Marriage Institution, therefore the issue of finding a suitable spouse is paramount because it takes two to tango *(Amos 3:3).* Of a Truth, two or more is indeed a Force of Multiplication and Dominion *(Ecc. 4:9).*

The following are some of the Basic Steps involved in discovering a suitable spouse or helper in the Marriage Institution:

*(1.) Compatibility:* Anytime a man gets, as it were, oversized or undersized material, it becomes quite a frustrating place to be *(Ps. 42:7).* One major way to identify a suitable spouse is that he/she fits right into your world, and both of you complement one another.

*(2.) Unity of Purpose:* Understand that if you are an Adam, then your Eve will always be found within your Garden. In other words, God always plants your Eve near your Garden, and one way to discern her is when she approaches the aforementioned Garden, which is your God-given Assignment on Earth. She comes as a co-labourer. Therefore, when you think about Marriage, first think about your Purpose *(Gen. 24:43, 48).* If any woman you want to marry is unwilling to support your God-given Assignment, she might be a knife rather than a wife.

*(3.) God's Direction:* The choice of who you marry should not be determined by you alone even though man has been given the Power of choice in this matter *(Prov. 3:5-6).* The God Factor should come into play by asking Him to direct you. This doesn't necessarily mean that God will speak with an Audible Voice, but He would quicken your discernment. Always check your Inner Peace if you want to marry someone, i.e., each time you think about the Marriage and you lose your Peace, that is a key pointer that all is not well.

*(4.) Submission:* You must also check if the person you want to marry submits to Authority as well as the level of their Submission *(1Cor. 11:3-5).* This is so important because a headless head would soon be beheaded.

*(5.) The Fear of God:* You have to consider whether the person is truly God fearing. This is extremely important because any person who fears nobody is indeed a person to be feared *(Prov. 28:28).* Take heed to these guidelines, for they will help you to make the right choice of a suitable spouse.

*PRAYER:*

Heavenly Father, we magnify You for Your Unending Love towards us. O Lord, please grant us the Insight to discern the Riches of Your Wisdom in the area of Marriage in Jesus' Mighty Name. Amen.

*DOMINION MANDATE DAILY DEVOTIONAL*

*MONDAY, JULY 21, 2025*

*UNDERSTANDING THE MERCY MINISTRY*

*BIBLE READING: ROMANS 12:4-8; MATTHEW 5:7; MATTHEW 25:34-46*

*“Or he that exhorteth, on Exhortation: he that giveth, let him do it with simplicity, he that ruleth, with Diligence; he that sheweth Mercy, with cheerfulness.” Romans 12:8 (KJV)*

One of the most notable Characteristics of the Divine Nature, which every Genuine Christian believer possesses on the inside is Mercy. This is so key in our understanding of how to live out the Christlike Life because a merciless Christian is a walking paradox *(Lk. 6:36).* The Lord God Almighty told Moses the Lawgiver, *"I will show Mercy to whom I will show Mercy"* (Rom. 9:15). This basically means that it is the Exclusive Right of the Sovereign God to show Mercy to whom He chooses. However, the Lord Jesus revealed to us the Secret behind always enjoying the Mercies of God in our lives: *"Blessed are the Merciful for they shall obtain Mercy"* (Matt. 5:7). In other words, the Key to always enjoying the Mercy of God is to always extend Mercy to others especially to the poor, less privileged, widows, oppressed, orphans as well as showing hospitality to strangers whereby the Holy Scriptures declare that *“many have entertained Angels unawares”* (Heb. 13:1-2). This is often the Experience of those believers who are called into the Mercy Ministry.

Mercy, also known as Compassion, is an Expression of Brotherly Kindness and Love for one another *(2Pet. 1:7).* As stated earlier, this is a Divine Character Trait every Christian believer is expected to imbibe. However, there is a certain group of Christian Ministers who are equipped internally by the Lord Himself with a special heart of Compassion towards the vulnerable of society. There is a spontaneous Kindness that flows from within them whenever they encounter people with the "short end of the straw," so to speak. They become the voice of the voiceless and help of the helpless, revealing God's Compassionate Heart to all just like the Good Samaritan *(Lk. 10:25-37).*

The Mercy Ministry can be expressed through different platforms such as Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), Foundations, and Advocacy Initiatives *(Ps. 41:1-3).* Some of the different groups who are beneficiaries of the Mercy Ministry include the following:
(1.) The poor.
(2.) Widows.
(3.) Orphans.
(4.) Destitutes.
(5.) The homeless/Internally Displaced Persons.
(6.) Street Urchins.
(7.) The sick/terminally ill.(8.) Prisoners.
(9.) Prostitutes.
(10.) Foreigners/Immigrants.
(11.) The falsely accused/imprisoned.
(12.) The malnourished.(13.) The naked.
(14.) The mentally unstable.(15.) The disabled.
(16.) The elderly.
(17.) The outcasts.
These causes are championed by fighting injustice and oppression against the less privileged, philanthropy, free medical outreaches, free food for the hungry and clothing the naked, adopting children to train in schools, helping the poor needy, widows, visiting orphanage homes with food items etc *(Matt. 25:34-46).*

*PRAYER:*

Heavenly Father, we thank You for the Privilege and opportunity to be a blessing to others. O Lord, please help us to be found Faithful in showing Mercy and Compassion to others in Jesus' Mighty Name. Amen.

DOMINION MANDATE DAILY DEVOTIONAL

MONDAY, JULY 7, 2025

THROUGH WISDOM A HOUSE IS BUILT

BIBLE READING: PROVERBS 4: 7; ECCLESIASTES 1:1; 1 PETER 2:4-5; 1 PETER 2:4-5; ISAIAH 11:2; EPHESIANS 1:17

“Through Wisdom a house is built, and by Understanding it is established; by Knowledge the rooms are filled with all precious and pleasant riches.” Proverbs 24:3-4 (NKJV)

Have you ever considered that your life is a house and that the Lord God Almighty is the Ultimate Architect? Just as a physical house provides safety and comfort, our lives are meant to be built on a Strong Foundation. But this then begs the question: What exactly is that Foundation? It is none other than Divine Wisdom! The world defines Wisdom as smart thinking from experience, but God's Wisdom is far beyond human understanding. It's a Supernatural Insight into His Plans and Purposes. The Holy Bible states in James 1:5 that "If any of you lacks Wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault." This isn't just a suggestion; it's an invitation to tap into the Very Mind of God Himself just like King Solomon did when he prayed for Wisdom and received it abundantly (1Kgs. 3:1-14). Whenever we use God's Wisdom to build our lives, our families, our work, and our character, we are truly fulfilling our Divine Purpose and making a lasting impact on the world around us.

The Gift of the Word of Wisdom from the Holy Spirit often gives Christian believers a clear picture of the future and solutions to problems before they even arrive. Our Creator and Sustainer, the Lord God Almighty, freely offers His Wisdom to all who seek it with a sincere heart. The Holy Bible itself is a Powerful Vessel of God’s Wisdom, promising Success to those who live by its Truths (Josh. 1:8). The Lord Jesus Himself confirmed this, saying "But Wisdom is proved right by all her children" (Lk. 7:35). This means God's Wisdom is always Purposeful, Productive and Life-giving, capable of bringing forth Amazing, Creative Wonders. Proverbs 3:19-20 beautifully illustrates how Wisdom is Foundational to all creation: "By Wisdom the Lord laid the Earth’s foundations, by Understanding He set the Heavens in place; by His Knowledge the watery depths were divided, and the clouds let drop the dew." Truly, Wisdom builds, nurtures, strengthens and fills every "house" – whether it's a physical building, a family, a business, or the very character of an individual.

The Holy Scriptures lovingly call Christian believers "God’s House" (Heb. 3:6). Through God's Divine Wisdom, we are being built into a Magnificent Spiritual Edifice. Ephesians 2:19-22 paints a vivid picture: "Consequently, you are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow citizens with God’s people and also members of His Household, built on the Foundation of the Apostles and Prophets, with Christ Jesus Himself as the Chief Cornerstone. In Him, the Whole Building is joined together and rises to become a Holy Temple in the Lord. And in Him, you too are being built together to become a Dwelling in which God lives by His Spirit." The Apostle Paul powerfully reminds us in 1 Corinthians 3:16-17 that we are indeed God’s Temple, and His Holy Spirit makes His Home within us. This is not just a metaphor; it's a Profound Spiritual Reality that calls us to live in a way that honours His Indwelling Presence.

The Holy Scriptures often describe Wisdom as a diligent and industrious woman, actively involved in building and preparing. Proverbs 9:1-2 beautifully depicts this: "Wisdom has built Her House; She has set up its Seven Pillars. She has prepared Her Meat and mixed Her Wine; She has also set Her Table." King Solomon, known for his unparalleled Wisdom, poetically showed Wisdom as an Active Force that plans, provides, and prepares. Furthermore, James 3:17 highlights the Pure and Practical Nature of Divine Wisdom: "But the Wisdom that comes from Heaven is first of all Pure; then Peace-loving, Considerate, Submissive, full of Mercy and Good Fruit, Impartial and Sincere." Applying this kind of Wisdom in our lives leads to building something that will stand strong against any storm and endure the test of time. As members of the Body of Christ, we are collectively being built into One Holy Temple in the Lord. By continually seeking and applying God’s Wisdom, we are actively participating in His Grand, Eternal Design, becoming a Magnificent Spiritual House that brings Him Glory. Let us consistently ask for and apply this Divine Wisdom in every area of our lives, ensuring that our foundations are unshakeable and our impact for His Kingdom is Everlasting.

PRAYER:

Heavenly Father, we thank You for being the Ultimate Architect and for the Gift of Your Divine Wisdom. We pray for more of Your Wisdom to build our lives, our families, and everything You've entrusted to us according to Your Perfect Blueprint. May we be Living Stones, fitly joined in Your Glorious Spiritual House, bringing You Honour and Praise in Jesus' Mighty Name. Amen.